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Bihar PhD Holders Continue Hunger Strike Amid Police Intervention

Patna, August 22: PhD degree holders and research scholars in Bihar have been on a hunger strike for the past 18 days, protesting issues related to higher education, youth employment, and the academic future of researchers. On Saturday, they attempted to march towards Lok Bhawan. Under the banner of the All PhD Holders and Research ... Read more Bihar PhD Holders Continue Hunger Strike Amid Police Intervention

Morningstar 22 Aug 2026 4:04 pm

Right to practice religion subject to reasonable restrictions in interest of public order: Patna HC

The Bench made the remarks while dismissing a plea seeking permission for 300 devotees to take part in an annual religious procession in Bihar's Siwan, where attendance has been restricted to maintain law and order

The Hindu 22 Aug 2026 4:00 pm

Bihar: 5 killed, several injured as bus ploughs into crowd attending cultural programme

Five people died and several were injured when a bus struck a crowd. The incident occurred Friday night during a cultural program along Lauriya Marg. The bus swerved to avoid a truck, leading to the tragic collision. Police have seized both vehicles and are searching for the drivers. The deceased have been sent for post-mortem examinations.

The Economic Times 22 Aug 2026 3:47 pm

Religion rights not absolute, can face curbs for public order: Patna HC

The right to profess and practice religion is not absolute and is subject to reasonable restrictions in the interest of public order and societal norms, the Patna High Court has said. It made the remarks while dismissing a plea seeking permission for 300 devotees to take part in an annual religious procession in Bihar's Siwan, where attendance has been restricted to maintain law and order. The petitioner sought the court's direction to the authorities that the annual procession by a local monastic order (Akhara) organised on the 11th day of Bhadrapad Krishna Paksha, according to the Hindu calendar, be allowed to proceed on its traditional route with at least 300 devotees in attendance. The plea claimed that the permitted number of people in attendance was reduced from 200 in 2012 and 2013 to 150 in 2014, 100 in 2015 and eventually to five in 2023 and henceforth, besides a change in the traditional route. It was argued that the restrictions infringed on the devotees' fundamental rig

Business Standard 22 Aug 2026 3:11 pm

Weather Alert: Heavy rain, storm and thunderstorm alert in 17 states including UP and Bihar, know the weather conditions

Weather Alert: People have got relief from heat and humidity due to rain in Delhi-NCR since Saturday morning. The Meteorological Department has predicted light rain today and Sunday. At the same time, alert of heavy rain and storm has been issued in 17 states including UP-Bihar. Weather Alert: There has been a sudden change in [] The post Weather Alert: Heavy rain, storm and thunderstorm alert in 17 states including UP and Bihar, know the weather conditions first appeared on informalnewz .

informalnewz 22 Aug 2026 3:10 pm

Right to practice religion subject to public order restrictions: Patna HC

Patna: The right to profess and practice religion is not absolute and is subject to reasonable restrictions in the interest of public order and societal norms, the Patna High Court has said. It made the remarks while dismissing a plea seeking permission for 300 devotees to take part in an annual religious procession in Bihars Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 22 Aug 2026 3:09 pm

All about Pawan Singh's family home in Bihar

The Times of India 22 Aug 2026 1:24 pm

'Fertiliser Franchise', Rs 3.5 Crores Orders: Bihar Gang Arrested For Scam

According to police, the accused are suspected to be linked to 498 cybercrime complaints nationwide involving fraudulent transactions worth around Rs 3.5 crore.

NDTV 22 Aug 2026 1:19 pm

FM directs early completion of Detailed Project Report for high-level dam on Kosi river

The Chief Minister of Bihar requested the Centre's cooperation for the State's development and urged prompt action on pending matters

The Hindu Businessline 22 Aug 2026 12:56 pm

Five killed, several injured in Bihar's Champaran as bus ploughs into crowd attending cultural programme

While trying to avert a head-on collision with a truck, the bus ploughed into a crowd attending a cultural event on the roadside, killing five men and injuring several others, Narkatiyaganj Sub-divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Ajay Prakash Singh told PTI

The Hindu 22 Aug 2026 12:42 pm

From Computer Centre Dream To National Award: Bihar Teacher Pushpa's Story

She is among 11 teachers from across the country who will be honoured on September 5, Teachers' Day. Two teachers from Bihar, Pushpa Prasad from Gopalganj and Khushboo Kumari from Banka, are on the list.

NDTV 22 Aug 2026 12:37 pm

Sugar-Coating Inflation: What Bihar Minister Had To Say On Rising Sugar Prices

Bihar Minister Shravan Kumar has been criticized for giving a bizarre explanation for the jump in the price of sugar in the state, which shot up to Rs 65 per kg. He said that people are going towards the reduced consumption

Oneindia 22 Aug 2026 12:34 pm

Tejashwi Yadavs Credibility Questioned by Bihar Minister Ram Kripal Yadav

Patna, August 22: Bihar government minister Ram Kripal Yadav has criticized Tejashwi Yadav for participating in student protests, commenting on Yogi Adityanaths remarks about the Samajwadi Party, and making jabs at RJD leader Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary regarding questions raised about Smriti Iranis student movement. Regarding Tejashwi Yadavs involvement in the student protests, Ram Kripal ... Read more Tejashwi Yadavs Credibility Questioned by Bihar Minister Ram Kripal Yadav

Morningstar 22 Aug 2026 11:29 am

'He Told Me Hit Hard-length Areas': Kartik Tyagi Credits Steyn For Tactical Evolution After 149kph Yorker Yorker In UPT20

Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: After unleashing the 149 kph toe-crushing yorker, breaking the middle stump during the UPT20 League, Kartik Tyagi attributed his tactical evolution to conversations with former South African international Dale Steyn. The sound of wood splintering at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium was both violent and poetic. Charging in during the second over against the Noida Kings, Tyagi unleashed a searing, toe-crushing yorker clocked at 149 kph. The ball crashed directly into Shaurya Singhs middle stump, snapping it clean out of the ground before trapping Aditya Sharma leg-before on the very next delivery. It was the defining moment of a ferocious spell. Defending a modest total of 116, Tyagi dismantled the opposition's top order with raw, hostile pace, finishing with match-winning figures of 3/12 to secure a 23-run DLS victory and the Player of the Match award for the table-topping Meerut Mavericks. When I worked with Dale Steyn, he emphasised how consistently I need to hit hard-length areas, Tyagi said. In T20 cricket, everyone talks endlessly about slower balls and yorkers, but for me, it is about how relentlessly I can hit a good length at this pace. That thought stays in my mind: the more I pound that length with genuine speed, the more effective I become. Speed has always been Tyagi's signature currency, but his recent consistency is staggering. Since the 2024 edition of the UP T20 League, the right-arm quick has delivered 151 balls exceeding the 140 kph mark, the highest tally by any bowler in the tournament. Yet, watching him touch nearly 150 kph today makes it easy to forget how close his body came to giving up on him altogether. Tyagis journey to this point was anything but linear. Between 2020 and early 2021, minor side strains repeatedly cut short his early IPL campaigns. By late 2021, chronic shin splints began to derail his rhythm, causing persistent calf and shin pain whenever he ramped up to full bowling workloads. The setbacks turned severe in 2022 when a freak leg fracture during a football warm-up on a Ranji Trophy match day sidelined him for months, compounded later by a pelvic bone injury. Over the next two years, the lingering effects of the shin splints and a fresh side strain right before the 2024 IPL season restricted him to sporadic appearances, culminating in a forced pause on his professional career by May 2024. Left unsold at the IPL 2025 auction, Tyagi used the time away to rebuild his body and remodel his mechanics from the foundation up. When I got injured, I kept understanding my body: what is best for me, how I should run, how I should load so that it helps me as a fast bowler, prevents injury, and what action allows me to bowl for long periods, Tyagi explained. First I identified that. Then, when I bowled, I gave myself an entire year, gradually increasing my workload day by day so that my muscles got used to the demands of bowling again. Tyagi targeted the UP T20 League as the proving ground for his second act. Leading the Meerut Mavericks' attack in the 2025 season, he snared 18 wickets in 11 matches, reminding scouts of his high-ceiling potential. Two years ago, I was almost completely out of cricket from everywhere, Tyagi recalled. I had it clear in my mind that if I had to make a comeback, the UP T20 League, which offers an IPL-like platform and environment, was where I needed to perform so people would take notice. I focused entirely on that last year, performed here, and got picked from it. This league helped me resurrect my career in that way. That resurgence earned him a Rs 30 lakh contract with the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the IPL 2026 auction. Tyagi capitalised on the opportunity, staging a remarkable top-flight comeback to finish as KKR's leading wicket-taker and fifth overall on the season's Purple Cap leaderboard with 18 wickets in 13 matches. Beyond his own career arc, Tyagi is encouraged by Uttar Pradeshs broader fast-bowling ecosystem, praising the state association's scouting drives. That resurgence earned him a Rs 30 lakh contract with the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the IPL 2026 auction. Tyagi capitalised on the opportunity, staging a remarkable top-flight comeback to finish as KKR's leading wicket-taker and fifth overall on the season's Purple Cap leaderboard with 18 wickets in 13 matches. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Seeing how fast bowlers were clocking in showed the depth of talent we have in UP. When boys come through trials like that and play on this stage, it motivates everyone that genuine effort gets rewarded. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 22 Aug 2026 11:22 am

BEU Result 2026 Out - Check UG and PG Semester Result Online at beu-bih.ac.in

Check Bihar Engineering University (BEU) Result 2026 for B.Tech, B.Arch, M.Tech and MBA semester exams. Get result dates, marksheet details, download steps and revaluation information.

FreeJobAlert 22 Aug 2026 9:52 am

Weather Update: Heavy rain and thunderstorm alert in 17 states in the next 10 hours, wind speed up to 70 kmph; IMD update

Weather Update: The weather is going to deteriorate once again in the country today. According to the forecast of the Meteorological Department, today i.e. on 22nd August, warning of rain and storm has been issued in 17 states including Delhi, UP, Bihar. During this time, there is a warning of a strong storm with a [] The post Weather Update: Heavy rain and thunderstorm alert in 17 states in the next 10 hours, wind speed up to 70 kmph; IMD update first appeared on informalnewz .

informalnewz 22 Aug 2026 7:06 am

Tejashwi Yadav Supports TRE-4 Candidates Amidst BJPs Counterattack

Patna, August 22: Tejashwi Yadav, the leader of the opposition in Bihars Lok Sabha, visited the protest site at Gardanibagh on Friday. This location is where BPSC TRE-4 candidates and other students are on a hunger strike, demanding transparency in competitive examinations. Yadav expressed his support for the protesters and launched a fierce attack on ... Read more Tejashwi Yadav Supports TRE-4 Candidates Amidst BJPs Counterattack

Morningstar 22 Aug 2026 3:10 am

Dramatic Scene in Patna as Car Accident Leads to Alcohol Bottles Scattered on Highway

Patna, August 22: In a surprising incident in Bihar, a video has gone viral on social media showing people scrambling to collect bottles of alcohol after a car accident. This event took place on Friday along the National Highway in Lodipur, under the jurisdiction of the Khusrupur police station. Reports indicate that a vehicle carrying ... Read more Dramatic Scene in Patna as Car Accident Leads to Alcohol Bottles Scattered on Highway

Morningstar 22 Aug 2026 2:45 am

Fake fertiliser franchise racket busted, 5 men from Bihar held for Rs 3.5 cr fraud

Arrests Trigger Resistance From Locals, Adilabad Cops Pelted With Stones

The Times of India 22 Aug 2026 1:28 am

Bihar STF Launches Major Operation Against 350 Suspected Contract Killers

Patna, August 22: The Bihar Police Special Task Force (STF) has compiled a database of over 350 suspected contract killers active across the state and has initiated a special operation to apprehend them. A senior STF officer shared this information during a press conference on Friday. Sanjay Kumar Singh, the STF DIG, stated that since ... Read more Bihar STF Launches Major Operation Against 350 Suspected Contract Killers

Morningstar 22 Aug 2026 12:15 am

NDRF team saves three from drowning in Ganga

The Times of India 22 Aug 2026 12:01 am

Woman poisons son, attempts suicide in Muzaffarpur

The Times of India 22 Aug 2026 12:01 am

Samrats elevation as Bihar CM historic feat for BJP: Saraogi

The Times of India 22 Aug 2026 12:01 am

Guv reviews functioning of B N Mandal varsity

The Times of India 21 Aug 2026 11:29 pm

On Camera, Worms Found In Mid-Day Meal In Bihar, Students Throw Away Food

Chaos ensued across the Arwal district in Bihar, raising questions against the mid-day meal quality in government educational institutes, after worms were found in the food served to the students in 75 schools across the region on Tuesday.

NDTV 21 Aug 2026 11:10 pm

Two held with fake currency worth Rs88,000 in East Champaran

The Times of India 21 Aug 2026 11:09 pm

Illegal sand worth over Rs1cr seized in Arwal

The Times of India 21 Aug 2026 11:07 pm

Bihar aims to quadruple economy in four years: CM

The Times of India 21 Aug 2026 11:00 pm

Centre asks officials to expedite Kosi dam DPR

The Times of India 21 Aug 2026 10:16 pm

Farakka Treaty Shouldn't Be Renewed in Bihar's Interest: JD-U's Sanjay Jha

I am not doing any politics on this, but if you look at the old records of that time, some people were raising this issue that this Ganga water treaty with Bangladesh would be very harmful for Bihar, Jha said.

Deccan Chronicle 21 Aug 2026 10:11 pm

Govt: No cut in student credit card loan limit

The Times of India 21 Aug 2026 9:56 pm

Inspired By Border When He Was 9, Bihar Man Realises Army Dream After 14 Attempts

I was deeply inspired by the character of 2nd Lieutenant Dharamvir, played by Akshaye Khanna, in 'Border', said Kishu Singh, who's now a Lieutenant

NDTV 21 Aug 2026 9:55 pm

PMC acts on 26,746 property misuse cases

The Times of India 21 Aug 2026 9:50 pm

Bihar Ministers remark on impact of sugar price rise invites criticism

Due to increasing cases of diabetic patients, people are not taking sweets. Everyone is suffering from diabetes. I dont think the price rise of sugar will make much difference for people, says State Minister Shrawan Kumar

The Hindu 21 Aug 2026 9:45 pm

Torn, missing records no ground to deny RTI information: HC

The Times of India 21 Aug 2026 9:41 pm

Centres conditional nod for Falgu rejuvenation

The Times of India 21 Aug 2026 9:38 pm

Bihar Chief Minister Meets Central Ministers in New Delhi to Discuss Development Issues

New Delhi, August 21: Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary met with Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday. The discussions revolved around several key issues related to the states development and financial interests. The meeting took place at around 11 AM at the Krity Bhawan, attended ... Read more Bihar Chief Minister Meets Central Ministers in New Delhi to Discuss Development Issues

Morningstar 21 Aug 2026 9:35 pm

Aadhav Arjuna clarifies the Tamil Nadu governments stand on delimitation

We demand a measure similar to the special lawAtal Bihari Vajpayee brought in to freeze the number of seats in Parliament for 25 years, says the Public Works Minister

The Hindu 21 Aug 2026 9:17 pm

New Amrit Bharat Express service from Coimbatore Junction to Dhanbad to begin on Aug. 25

The train, with eight Sleeper Class coaches and 11 General Second Class coaches, will traverse Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar

The Hindu 21 Aug 2026 9:06 pm

New Amrit Bharat Express service from Coimbatore Junction to Dhanbad to begin on Aug. 25

The train, with eight Sleeper Class coaches and 11 General Second Class coaches, will traverse Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar

The Hindu 21 Aug 2026 9:06 pm

Amidst Bihar student protests, how to read Tejashwi Yadav's Lok Bhavan march?

Amidst Bihar student protests how to read Tejashwi Yadavs Lok Bhavan march

India Today 21 Aug 2026 6:28 pm

Bihar student credit card loan rules changed, government clarifies Rs 4 lakh limit

Bihar student credit card loan rules changed government clarifies Rs lakh limit

India Today 21 Aug 2026 6:19 pm

Amrit Bharat Express trains: Check full list of routes connecting Delhi, Mumbai and key destinations

To strengthen rail connectivity between Bihar and Gujarat, Indian Railways will soon be launching a new weekly Amrit Bharat Express between Ahmedabad and Bhagalpur. Ticket booking for train number 19423 will open on Friday, August 21, at PRS counters and on the IRCTC website. The train will travel from Ahmedabad to Bhagalpur in approximately 36 hours and 10 minutes. The Railways has decided to convert the existing 09447/09448 Ahmedabad-Patna-Ahmedabad Clone Special into a regular service. This service will now run as the 19423/19424 Ahmedabad-Bhagalpur-Ahmedabad Weekly Amrit Bharat Express.

India TV 21 Aug 2026 5:31 pm

India's credit footprint expands as new states emerge as growth centres

Credit growth is shifting from traditional strongholds such as Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra towards Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh, but penetration still trails developed markets

Business Standard 21 Aug 2026 5:21 pm

Bihar Police Issues Advisory On Rifle Use After AK-47 Fired At Students

The police have issued an advisory stating that weapons like AK-47s, INSAS rifles, and Self-Loading Rifles (SLRs) will not be used routinely for crowd control during protests.

NDTV 21 Aug 2026 4:42 pm

Bihar CM Meets Central Ministers to Discuss Development

New Delhi, August 21: Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary met with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Union External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar at the Karyalay Bhawan. The meeting also included Bihars Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Chaudhary and Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Jha. Chaudhary shared details of the meeting on the social media platform X, ... Read more Bihar CM Meets Central Ministers to Discuss Development

Udaipur Kiran 21 Aug 2026 3:59 pm

Bihar CM Meets Finance and External Affairs Ministers to Discuss Development Initiatives

New Delhi, August 21: Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary met with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Union External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar at the Karyalay Bhawan. The meeting also included Bihars Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Chaudhary and Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Jha. Chaudhary shared details of the meeting on the social media platform X, ... Read more Bihar CM Meets Finance and External Affairs Ministers to Discuss Development Initiatives

Morningstar 21 Aug 2026 3:59 pm

ET World Leaders Forum 2026: A developed India only possible when Bihar is prosperous, Samrat Choudhary says

Bihar's prosperity is essential for India's complete development, according to Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary. The state is diversifying its economy beyond agriculture, focusing on industry and technology. Plans include expanding airport infrastructure and developing a Ganga-facing industrial corridor. Bihar aims to quadruple its economy within the next four years. Improvements in infrastructure and law and order are also being prioritized.

The Economic Times 21 Aug 2026 3:28 pm

Bihar Minister's Bizarre Diabetes Logic Over Sugar Price Hike

The cost of sugar per kilogram has risen to over Rs 65 in Bihar. Earlier, it was around Rs 48 to Rs 50.

NDTV 21 Aug 2026 2:28 pm

Bihar government denies reports of cuts in student credit loans

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The News Mill 21 Aug 2026 2:17 pm

Tejashwi Yadav Criticizes NDA Government Over Bihars Financial Crisis

Patna, August 21: Tejashwi Yadav, the Leader of the Opposition in the Bihar Assembly, has launched a sharp attack on the NDA government regarding the states financial situation. He claimed on the social media platform X that Bihars fiscal condition has become dire and alarming. The state is burdened with heavy debt, with public debt ... Read more Tejashwi Yadav Criticizes NDA Government Over Bihars Financial Crisis

Morningstar 21 Aug 2026 11:09 am

Budha Amarnath pilgrim dies of cardiac arrest in Poonch

Poonch/Jammu, Aug 21: A 68-year-old pilgrim from Bihar undertaking the Budha Amarnath yatra died after complaining of chest discomfort at a lodging centre in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on Friday, officials said. The deceased was identified as Dinesh Prasad, a resident of Belaganj in Gaya district of Bihar, they said. According to officials, the pilgrim developed chest discomfort during the intervening night of August 20 and 21, and was brought to the District Hospital Poonch at around 12:15 am where he passed away. The cause of death was recorded as cardiac arrest, officials said The Budha Amarnath yatra, which was flagged off by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on August 17 from Jammu, will continue till August 28.

Greater Kashmir 21 Aug 2026 11:07 am

BSEB Class 10 Compartment Exam 2026 Marksheet - Check How to Download on biharboardonline.org

BSEB has released Class 10 Special and Compartmental Exam 2026 mark sheets and provisional certificates from August 20. Check who can collect them, from where, and what to do next.

FreeJobAlert 21 Aug 2026 10:06 am

UPT20: Yuvraj Singh Stars With 91 As Kashi Rudras Seal Thrilling Win Against Kanpur Superstars

Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: Sahab Yuvraj Singh starred with a brilliant 91-run knock as defending champions Kashi Rudras hold their nerve to clinch a thrilling seven-run win over Kanpur Superstars in UP T20 League Season 4 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium. The fixture was officially inaugurated by retired High Court Justice Ranganath Pandey, who conducted the traditional bell-ringing ceremony to commence the game. The ceremony was attended by several distinguished officials and administrators, including UP T20 League Governing Council Chairman Sanjay Kapoor, UPCA Media Committee Chairman Mohammad Faheem, UP T20 League Governing Council Member Sanjeev Kumar Singh, Fatehpur District Cricket Association President Saifuddin, Sultanpur Cricket Association Secretary Asar, and Varanasi District Cricket Association Secretary Jamal Ahmed, along with other dignitaries. After Kanpur Superstars won the toss and elected to field, defending champions Kashi Rudras suffered an early collapse, slipping to 46/4 inside the first eight overs. Opener Sahab Yuvraj Singh anchored the innings with a composed and authoritative knock. He notched up his half-century and stitched a vital 64-run partnership for the fifth wicket alongside Shubham Chaubey to steady the ship. Yuvraj departed after playing a standout innings of 91 off 56 deliveries, studded with seven boundaries and five sixes. A late flurry from Arnav Baliyan, who blasted an unbeaten 29 off just 12 balls, ensured the Rudras finished on a competitive 167/6 in their allotted 20 overs. Chasing 168, the Kanpur Superstars had a brisk start with Priyanshu Pandey scoring a quick 19 off 9 balls. Following his dismissal, Adarsh Singh and Abhishek Pandey cautiously rebuilt the innings with a 49-run stand for the second wicket. However, the match turned swiftly as Kanpur lost both set batters within a span of six deliveries. The middle order followed in quick succession, with Mohammad Amaan and captain Sameer Rizvi falling cheaply, triggering a slide from 73/1 to 90/5 by the end of the 12th over. Experienced campaigner Karn Sharma joined Satyam Sangu in the middle to stage a recovery. With the required run rate escalating and 45 runs needed from the final 24 deliveries, Sunil Kumar returned to dismiss Karn. Satyam then took the attack to the bowler, smashing a six and two boundaries in the remainder of the over to bring the equation down to 28 runs required off the final 18 balls. Experienced campaigner Karn Sharma joined Satyam Sangu in the middle to stage a recovery. With the required run rate escalating and 45 runs needed from the final 24 deliveries, Sunil Kumar returned to dismiss Karn. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Defending 14 runs in the final over, Atal Bihari Rai delivered a spectacular finish under extreme pressure. He forced a run-out on the very first ball of the over and then another run-out on the fourth delivery, effectively bundling out Kanpur for 160, handing Kashi Rudras a dramatic seven-run victory. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 21 Aug 2026 9:34 am

Amrit Bharat Express: New

Amrit Bharat Express: With the launch of Ahmedabad-Bhagalpur Amrit Bharat Express, rail connectivity between Gujarat and Bihar will improve. According to a report, Railways has decided to regularize the existing 09447/09448 Ahmedabad-Patna-Ahmedabad Special train and run it as 19423/19424 Ahmedabad-Bhagalpur-Ahmedabad Weekly Amrit Bharat Express. Amrit Bharat Express: There is very good news for rail passengers [] The post Amrit Bharat Express: New Amrit Bharat Express will soon start on this route, know its route, stoppages and complete timetable. first appeared on informalnewz .

informalnewz 21 Aug 2026 7:36 am

Over 11.18 lakh permanent houses to be built in Bihar under PMAY-G, says Shivraj Singh Chouhan

The Grih Pravesh ceremony for 2.35 lakh Pradhan Mantri Awas units was completed in the 2026-27 financial year; house keys to beneficiaries and sanction letters to newly selected beneficiaries distributed

The Hindu 21 Aug 2026 7:26 am

J&Ks stock market investor base crosses 14 lakh, grows 19.3% in a year

Jammu and Kashmirs registered investor base in the stock market has crossed the 14-lakh mark, with the number of registered clients reaching 14,12,378 as of August 20, 2026, recording a year-on-year growth of 19.31 per cent, according to official BSE data accessed by Greater Kashmir . The figures show that J&K added 2,28,554 registered clients, or roughly 2.29 lakh investors, during the past year. This represents a substantially faster expansion than the overall growth in the countrys registered investor base, which stood at 15.80 per cent during the same period. The BSE data provides a snapshot of the changing geography of stock-market participation in India, with the countrys total registered investor base now standing at 26,03,00,179, or approximately 26.03 crore clients. J&Ks 14.12 lakh registered clients account for around 0.54 per cent of the countrys total registered investor base. While the Union Territory remains a relatively small market in terms of absolute investor numbers, the pace at which its investor base is expanding has been considerably stronger than several of the countrys largest States. The increase has also been consistent across different time periods. During the latest month, J&K added 19,478 clients, equivalent to around 19,500 new registered investors, pushing its monthly growth rate to 1.40 per cent. Over the previous three months, the number of registered clients increased by 52,618, or about 52,600 investors, representing a quarterly growth of 3.87 per cent. The national investor base, by comparison, increased by around 30.92 lakh during the latest month. Over the previous quarter, the country added approximately 85.16 lakh. Over the previous year, the national registered investor base increased by around 3.55 crore investors, taking the total to more than 26 crore. The comparison shows that J&Ks investor base is growing at a faster rate than the national average, although the absolute numbers remain much smaller. Maharashtra continues to have the largest registered investor base in the country by a considerable margin. The State has approximately 4.42 crore investors. This means that nearly one out of every six registered clients in the BSE database is registered in Maharashtra. Uttar Pradesh occupies the second position with 3,06,10,880 clients, or around 3.06 crore. Gujarat follows with 2,29,70,136, equivalent to about 2.30 crore registered clients. Rajasthan has 1,56,49,037, or around 1.56 crore, while West Bengal has 1,52,56,657, or about 1.53 crore. Karnataka has 1,39,43,659 registered clients, translating into roughly 1.39 crore, while Madhya Pradesh has 1,35,11,046, or around 1.35 crore. Tamil Nadu has 1,31,27,709, or approximately 1.31 crore registered investors. The other major States also have sizeable investor bases. Haryana has 85,72,167 registered clients, equivalent to around 85.7 lakh. Telangana has 80,08,260, or about 80.1 lakh. Punjab has 65,65,556, or approximately 65.7 lakh, while Odisha has 59,30,947, or about 59.3 lakh. Kerala has 59,17,495 registered clients, translating into around 59.2 lakh, while Assam has 53,02,132, or about 53 lakh. Jharkhand has 46,39,195, equivalent to approximately 46.4 lakh. Andhra Pradesh has crossed the one-crore mark, with 1,04,00,527 registered clients, while Bihar has 1,16,04,608, or around 1.16 crore. Delhi has 1,10,14,984, equivalent to approximately 1.10 crore registered clients. Against this national landscape, J&Ks 14.12 lakh investor base is larger than that of several smaller States and Union Territories but remains far below the investor populations of the countrys principal financial and industrial centres. For instance, Himachal Pradesh has around 15.58 lakh registered clients, only marginally above J&K. J&K has more registered clients than Manipur, which has around 2.74 lakh, Meghalaya with 1.65 lakh, Arunachal Pradesh with 1.22 lakh, Nagaland with 1.28 lakh, Sikkim with 84,221, Mizoram with 59,779, Goa with 4.99 lakh and Tripura with 4.28 lakh. Among the Union Territories, Ladakh has 5,213 registered clients, or just over 5,000, but has recorded one of the fastest rates of growth in the country. Its investor base increased by 44.44 per cent over the previous year. This is the highest annual growth rate visible in the BSE table. Mizoram recorded annual growth of 33.18 per cent, while Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh recorded 28.01 per cent and 27.33 per cent, respectively. Lakshadweep, with just over 5,000 registered clients, recorded growth of 27.87 per cent. Among larger States, J&Ks 19.31 per cent annual growth puts it in a relatively strong position. Andhra Pradesh and Telangana each recorded 19.59 per cent growth, while Tamil Nadu recorded 19.46 per cent growth. Uttar Pradesh recorded 19.08 per cent. J&Ks growth was considerably higher than Maharashtras 11.39 per cent, Gujarats 13.13 per cent, Haryanas 14.42 per cent, Punjabs 14.96 per cent, Rajasthans 15.71 per cent, Karnatakas 16.51 per cent and Keralas 16.95 per cent. The figures also indicate that the expansion in J&K has been relatively steady rather than being confined to a single period. Its monthly increase of 1.40 per cent was higher than the national monthly growth of 1.20 per cent, while its quarterly increase of 3.87 per cent was also above the national growth rate of 3.38 per cent. In absolute terms, however, the difference between the largest and smallest investor markets remains enormous. Maharashtras 4.42 crore registered clients are more than 31 times J&Ks 14.12 lakh. Uttar Pradeshs 3.06 crore investor base is more than 21 times that of J&K, while Gujarats 2.30 crore is more than 16 times larger. The national figures also underline the rapid broadening of participation in the equity market. The BSE database now contains more than 26 crore registered clients, with the number having increased by around 3.55 crore in just one year. J&Ks addition of around 2.29 lakh registered clients during the same period is small when measured against the national increase, but significant for the Union Territorys own investor base. In percentage terms, the addition represents nearly one-fifth growth in a single year.

Greater Kashmir 21 Aug 2026 6:57 am

Heavy Rain Update: Alert of stormy rain in 23 states in the next 8 hours, wind speed of 80; IMD update released

Weather Update: Amidst the stormy pace of monsoon in the country, the Meteorological Department has issued another troubling alert. According to the Meteorological Department, today i.e. on August 21, a warning of heavy rain has been issued for 23 states including UP, Bihar, Delhi. During this period, a strong storm can blow at a speed [] The post Heavy Rain Update: Alert of stormy rain in 23 states in the next 8 hours, wind speed of 80; IMD update released first appeared on informalnewz .

informalnewz 21 Aug 2026 6:33 am

Bihars Housing Dream Realized: Beneficiaries Thank Government After Receiving Keys

Motihari, August 21: In Bihar, under the Prime Ministers Housing Scheme, a total of 235,000 homes have been constructed during the financial year 2026-27. Beneficiaries across the state were formally welcomed into their new homes on Thursday, as government representatives handed over keys and organized housewarming ceremonies. A grand event was held by the Motihari ... Read more Bihars Housing Dream Realized: Beneficiaries Thank Government After Receiving Keys

Morningstar 21 Aug 2026 2:45 am

Tejashwi Yadav Criticizes Government, Vows to Prevent Bihar from Becoming a Police State

Patna, August 21: Tejashwi Yadav, the acting president of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and leader of the opposition in the Bihar Assembly, has targeted the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government over the states law and order situation. He accused the government of rising crime rates and ongoing questions regarding police conduct. Yadav asserted that ... Read more Tejashwi Yadav Criticizes Government, Vows to Prevent Bihar from Becoming a Police State

Morningstar 21 Aug 2026 2:05 am

MU senate meeting tomorrow after delay

The Times of India 21 Aug 2026 12:02 am

Mehndi contest held at Jesus and Mary Academy

The Times of India 20 Aug 2026 11:38 pm

Over 2.36 crore screened for TB in special drive

The Times of India 20 Aug 2026 11:37 pm

India-Bangladesh Ganga Water Treaty not in Bihars interests, says JD(U)s Sanjay Jha

The two countries are yet to hold the last round of talks on the renewal of the treaty that will expire on December 31, 2026

The Hindu 20 Aug 2026 10:19 pm

Only 8,780 habitations left to get all-weather road: RWD

The Times of India 20 Aug 2026 10:05 pm

BJP legislator challenges petition filed against him

The Times of India 20 Aug 2026 10:00 pm

CM seeks better academic environment in govt schools

The Times of India 20 Aug 2026 9:34 pm

Gopalganj court frames charges against MLA in firing case

The Times of India 20 Aug 2026 9:32 pm

Cash, jewellery seized from education officials premises

The Times of India 20 Aug 2026 9:20 pm

Centre announces 11L PMAY-G houses for state, CM hails move

The Times of India 20 Aug 2026 9:09 pm

Congress training camp for block presidents from today

The Times of India 20 Aug 2026 9:04 pm

Amit Shah announces Cabinet decision to set up J-K High Court bench in Ladakh

New Delhi [India], August 20 : Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said the Union Cabinet, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has decided to set up a bench of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir in Ladakh. He said the move will improve access to justice for people living in remote areas of Ladakh by reducing the time required to avail legal services. In a post on X, Shah wrote, The Union Cabinet, under the leadership of the PM Shri @narendramodi Ji, has decided to set up a bench of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir in Ladakh. He said the government is committed to the overall development of Ladakh and ensuring constitutional safeguards for the Union Territory. This will significantly enhance access to justice for citizens living in remote areas of Ladakh by reducing the time required to avail themselves of the legal services they are entitled to. The Govt is fully committed to the all-round development of Ladakh and to ensuring constitutional safeguards, the post read. On August 5, 2019, the Centre abrogated Articles 370 and 35A, which granted special status to the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir. Following the move, the state was reorganised into two separate Union Territories: Jammu and Kashmir, with a legislature and Ladakh, without a legislature. Meanwhile, on Wednesday, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved two significant infrastructure projects aimed at bolstering connectivity and economic growth. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) gave the green light to four major railway multitracking projects across West Bengal, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu with an estimated cost of Rs 9,450 crore. Additionally, the Cabinet approved the upgradation of the Muzaffarpur-Sitamarhi-Sonbarsa section of NH-22 in Bihar to a four-lane standard, involving a capital investment of Rs 3,590.73 crore. (ANI)

RisingKashmir 20 Aug 2026 8:54 pm